Hear It From Lou – Is Your Attic Stealing Your Heat (and Your Money)?

In my opinion, the single best way to improve your home’s energy efficiency is by adding insulation to your attic.

Think about it like this: on a cold day, you step outside without a hat—and instantly regret it. Your home feels the same way! Heat rises, and if your attic is under-insulated, you’re basically letting all that warmth (and your money) slip right through the roof.

And it’s not just a winter problem. In the summer, your attic turns into a giant oven. That heat radiates down through your ceiling, making your home hotter and your energy bills higher.

No matter the season, the answer is the same: more insulation.

If you live in the Midwest, aim for an R-value of at least R-49—that’s roughly 16 inches of fiberglass insulation. Not sure where you stand? That’s where Perma-Seal comes in.

They’ll start by checking out your current insulation and figuring out what you need. They can even perform a blower door test to see how much air your home is leaking—and then seal up those leaks. Their process also includes removing any old insulation that’s no longer doing its job.

Bottom line: Perma-Seal’s crews offer great value and expertise to help make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient all year long.